Costcodle #999 answer
(UTC) · Puzzle #999
Costcodle #999 · (UTC)
Pink Lady Apples, 5.5 lb
- Game price
- $9.99
- Winning range (within 5%)
- $9.50 - $10.48
Guess bands
| Guess | Price | Feedback |
|---|---|---|
| Far below | Under $7.50 | Higher |
| Close, below | $7.50 - $9.49 | Close, Higher |
| Win (within 5%) | $9.50 - $10.48 | Win |
| Close, above | $10.49 - $12.48 | Close, Lower |
| Far above | Over $12.48 | Lower |
Winning guesses
For this answer, guesses from $9.50 through $10.48, including both endpoints, win under the 5% rule.
A guess of $9.49 is just below the winning range and does not win; the target price is higher. A guess of $10.49 is just above the winning range and does not win; the target price is lower.
A guess within 25% of the price, from $7.50 through $12.48, shows Close when it misses the winning range.
About this product
Pink Lady apples are a popular apple variety known for their distinctive pink blush over a yellow-green background. They offer a crisp texture and a sweet-tart flavor profile. These apples are versatile and can be enjoyed fresh as a snack, added to salads, or used in various baked goods.
About this price
At $9.99, this answer costs more than 49% of the 999 puzzles from #1 to #999. Up to this puzzle, game prices in June 2026 ranged over 14 puzzles, from $3.99 to $17.49. The previous puzzle, #998, was $15.79, so this answer is $5.80 lower. Per unit, the game price works out to about $1.82 per lb (5.5 lb in total).
Reading the snapshot
This is the frozen game answer, not a verified current price at any Costco store. The snapshot does not identify a store, collection date, tax treatment, stock level, or promotion.
Questions about Costcodle #999
What is the Costcodle #999 answer?
The Costcodle #999 answer for June 14, 2026 (UTC) is Pink Lady Apples, 5.5 lb, priced at $9.99. Guesses from $9.50 through $10.48 win.
What are Pink Lady apples?
Pink Lady apples are a specific cultivar of apple, recognized by their vibrant pink skin and firm, juicy flesh. They are a hybrid developed in Australia.
How do Pink Lady apples differ from other apple varieties?
Pink Lady apples are distinguished by their balanced sweet-tart taste and effervescent finish, often described as more complex than many other common apples. They also tend to be very crisp.
What are common uses for Pink Lady apples?
Pink Lady apples are excellent for eating fresh due to their crispness and flavor. They also hold their shape well when cooked, making them suitable for baking in pies, tarts, and crumbles, or for making applesauce.
How should Pink Lady apples be stored?
Pink Lady apples should be stored in a cool, dark place, ideally in the refrigerator's crisper drawer. Proper storage helps maintain their crispness and extends their freshness for several weeks.
Source: Costcodle game snapshot (frozen 2026-10-15). Published .